How many days should I stay in Sicily?

Sicily can be experienced in as little as three to five days if you are short on time and interested in a quick coastal retreat. However, it's much better to spend at least a week discovering this Mediterranean paradise.



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Unfortunately, we don't really think that 7 days in Sicily is enough time to explore the entire island. We spent over three weeks on our own Sicily adventure and it was still difficult to squeeze in everything that we wanted to. But one week is long enough to dive deep into one area of the island.

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The truth of the matter is that you can never have enough time in a place like Sicily. There's always another beach to laze on, another rustic village to explore, and one more ruin to uncover. However, with a ten-day itinerary, we'd say you're pretty set for the perfect Mediterranean getaway.

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Sicily can be almost considered a luxury vacation spot if you stay in famous towns like Taormina, however, outside of that, you can have a really wonderful trip on a tight budget.

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The best time to visit Sicily is from May to June or September to October. These late spring and early fall months offer hospitable temperatures in the 70s and low 80s, which are ideal for temple gazing, beach lazing or hiking. These are both considered shoulder seasons, and you may be able to score some discounts.

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Palermo or Catania. Both Palermo and Catania are great choices for a short 2-4 day visit. Palermo has more attractions in the historic center so we recommend at least 3 days to see everything in Palermo. On the other hand, Catania's historic center can be explored in 2 days.

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For those that haven't yet committed to a flight, there are some key differences between west and east Sicily that you should consider first: Western Sicily has the best beaches. Eastern Sicily has the prettier towns (particularly in the south east corners, such as Noto).

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Here are the best areas to stay in Sicily:
  • Taormina – best area for luxury hotels & beautiful surroundings.
  • Cefalù – best area for families with children (cosy town with a great beach)
  • Catania – exciting city with a beach near Mount Etna.
  • Palermo – Sicily's captivating capital, close to one of the island's best beaches.


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If you're only headed to Palermo, you can enjoy a comfortably-paced trip in about five days. With less time, it's still possible to see the highlights in as few as four days.

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If you're looking for clear waters and soft white sand, you'll find plenty of options on both Sicily and Sardinia. What is this? However, Sardinia's beaches tend to be quieter and more secluded than those on Sicily. So if you're looking for a relaxing beach vacation without the crowds, Sardinia is your best bet.

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Yes, it is possible with public transportation, and I will tell you how in this blog post. Spending seven days in Sicily without a car is perfectly doable if you can manage the train, buses, and local Taxis on Sicily Island. Also, by using local public transportation, you will see a different side of Sicily.

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The Amalfi Coast is a great place to relax on the beach, enjoy fine dining and high-end shopping, and take in beautiful scenery. Travelers looking for more culture and history should opt to visit Sicily for their vacation.

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Antonio Carnazza, a license partner with Engel & Völkers for eastern Sicily, says properties in Sicily's prime markets can get up to $738 a square foot. He cites Taormina as the most expensive area, along with the Aeolian Island of Panarea off the northern coast.

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Enna. Enna in one of Sicily's best-kept secrets. The city, which lies in central Sicily, is rarely visited by tourists, as most prefer to focus on the coastline or larger towns. It's a truly wonderful setting, situated 3083 feet above sea level and filled with rolling green hills and tiny clusters of houses.

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Palermo is relatively small, everything that you might need is very close, it has sunny beaches and offers a much cheaper and relaxed style of life and a very friendly atmosphere. Since it's so small it's no wonder that this city is much cheaper than, say, Milan, Rome, Florence, etc.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Sicily High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is February. Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Sicily flight deals.

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